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Juba, South Sudan πΈπΈ
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Nomad Score:
37%
π° Cost & Affordability
πΈ Cost of Living
81%
Weight: 150
Generally low cost of living due to local economic conditions, though imported goods can be expensive.
π Accommodation Cost
74%
Weight: 80
Affordable housing options available but quality varies; expat areas are pricier.
π Food & Groceries
78%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer inexpensive fresh produce; imported food items are costly.
π Transportation Cost
85%
Weight: 20
Public transport is minimal but informal options like shared taxis are cheap.
ποΈ Entertainment Cost
42%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment venues; costs vary but options are scarce.
ποΈ Gym Membership Cost
31%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available; membership fees are relatively high compared to local income.
π± Currency Stability
23%
Weight: 30
South Sudanese Pound is highly volatile with frequent inflation concerns.
π» Digital Nomad Essentials
π Internet Speed
37%
Weight: 100
Internet is slow and unreliable with frequent outages; limited broadband infrastructure.
π₯ Coworking Spaces Availability
10%
Weight: 40
No formal coworking spaces; digital nomads rely on cafes or hotels.
β Cafes with WiFi
25%
Weight: 30
Few cafes offer WiFi; connectivity often unstable.
π»β Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
12%
Weight: 30
Very limited options; cafes are not typically set up for remote work.
π Digital Nomad Popularity
8%
Weight: 100
Very low presence of digital nomads due to infrastructure and safety concerns.
π± Local SIM Card Availability
70%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain with valid ID; affordable plans.
π Quality of Life
βοΈ Work-Life Balance
50%
Weight: 30
Work culture is informal; limited leisure options affect balance.
π³ Environmental Quality
34%
Weight: 15
Urban pollution and waste management issues impact environment.
π§Ό Cleanliness
27%
Weight: 10
City struggles with sanitation and waste disposal.
π¨οΈ Language Barrier
45%
Weight: 30
English is official language but local dialects dominate; communication can be challenging.
π¨ Air Quality
30%
Weight: 15
Dust and vehicle emissions contribute to poor air quality.
π¨βπ©βπ§βπ¦ Family Friendly
30%
Weight: 25
Limited family-oriented amenities and safety concerns.
π₯ Healthcare
π₯ Healthcare Quality
20%
Weight: 20
Healthcare facilities are limited and often under-resourced.
π Healthcare Affordability
60%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low but quality is a concern.
π₯ Healthcare
21%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available but lacks advanced medical services.
πΏ Climate & Environment
βοΈ Weather
79%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with hot temperatures year-round; dry season preferred.
πͺοΈ Natural Disaster Risk
65%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional flooding during rainy season.
ποΈ Green Spaces
28%
Weight: 10
Few public parks or green areas within the city.
βοΈ Air Conditioning
40%
Weight: 15
Limited availability in public spaces; many accommodations lack AC.
π Seasonal Variety
15%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; mostly hot and humid.
π Noise Pollution
40%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels from traffic and urban activity.
π Culture & Entertainment
π Culture
57%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with diverse ethnic groups but limited cultural events.
π Nightlife
18%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options; safety concerns restrict evening activities.
ποΈ Outdoors & Nature
50%
Weight: 15
Nearby natural attractions exist but infrastructure for tourism is minimal.
π£οΈ Language Learning Opportunities
30%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; immersion possible but challenging.
π§ Local Experiences & Tours
40%
Weight: 10
Limited organized tours; local experiences require connections.
π³ Indoors Fun
25%
Weight: 10
Scarce indoor entertainment options like cinemas or malls.
π Food & Fitness
π½οΈ Food Scene
55%
Weight: 25
Local cuisine is unique but limited variety for international tastes.
π§ Yoga Studios
5%
Weight: 10
Virtually no yoga studios or wellness centers.
ποΈ Fitness Facilities
20%
Weight: 15
Few gyms or fitness centers; facilities are basic.
π₯ Healthy Food Options
40%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce available but limited organic or health-focused stores.
πΌ Work Environment
π°οΈ Time Zone Favorability
68%
Weight: 20
GMT+3 time zone is convenient for Europe and parts of Asia.
π€ Networking Opportunities
15%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events or communities.
π» Remote Job Opportunities
20%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is minimal; most rely on international clients.
π Freelance Ecosystem
17%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small and informal.
π’ Coworking Quality
8%
Weight: 30
No dedicated coworking spaces; makeshift setups lack amenities.
π Business & Economy
π Startup Scene
10%
Weight: 15
Startup ecosystem is nascent with limited support infrastructure.
π³ Local Payment Services
32%
Weight: 10
Mobile money services exist but banking infrastructure is weak.
π Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
15%
Weight: 15
Very low awareness and adoption of blockchain or crypto technologies.
π Transportation
βοΈ Airport Connectivity
35%
Weight: 30
Juba International Airport has limited international flights.
π Public Transit
10%
Weight: 20
No formal public transit system; reliance on informal taxis.
πΆ Walkability
30%
Weight: 20
Some areas walkable but infrastructure and safety concerns limit pedestrian activity.
π Ride-sharing Services
5%
Weight: 15
No established ride-sharing apps; informal taxi services dominate.
π² Cycling
10%
Weight: 10
Lack of cycling infrastructure and safety concerns.
π Intercity Travel Options
25%
Weight: 15
Limited and unreliable intercity transport options.
π΅ Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
0%
Weight: 10
No scooter or bike rental services available.
π‘ Connectivity
π± Mobile Network Coverage
50%
Weight: 20
Mobile coverage is patchy but improving; 3G/4G available in central areas.
π VPN Reliability
40%
Weight: 20
VPN services generally work but internet instability affects performance.
β‘ Power Grid Reliability
20%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages; many rely on generators.
πΆ Public WiFi Availability
10%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is rare and unreliable.
βοΈ Legal & Administrative
π Visa Ease
40%
Weight: 40
Visa on arrival available for many nationalities but process can be slow.
π Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Tax rates are moderate but enforcement is inconsistent.
π£οΈ Freedom of Speech
30%
Weight: 15
Limited freedom of speech with government restrictions.
ποΈ Political Stability
20%
Weight: 20
Ongoing political tensions and security concerns affect stability.
π¦ Ease of Opening Bank Account
30%
Weight: 15
Banking procedures are bureaucratic and require local documentation.
π Ease of Business Registration
35%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but slow and complex.
πβοΈ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa or similar programs available.
π Digital Nomad Community
π Nomad Friendly
10%
Weight: 50
Overall infrastructure and safety issues make it unfriendly for nomads.
π€ Nomad Events & Meetups
0%
Weight: 25
No known digital nomad events or meetups.
ππ₯ Online Community Presence
15%
Weight: 20
Very limited online presence or community for digital nomads.
π‘οΈ Safety & Tolerance
π‘οΈ Safety
20%
Weight: 100
Security concerns due to crime and political instability.
βοΈ Female Friendly
20%
Weight: 50
Cultural norms and safety issues pose challenges for female travelers.
β Racial Tolerance
40%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but occasional ethnic tensions exist.